Events and Fees

The Tenth Annual TriWaco Events and Fees information is below, but did you know that Waco is the home of the first triathlon ever held in the state of Texas? The Waco Striders hosted the event in May 1980 with 24 men and one woman to compete in the Olympic distance at Lake Waco with the staging area at Speegleville Park. The event grew to 500 entries with a waiting list each year. The 12th Annual Waco Triathlon was in 1991. That was the last year for the triathlon until the new TriWaco in 2009. Many triathletes considered the Waco Triathlon the best in Texas, and we’re confident the Annual TriWaco event will continue to grow in popularity. Thank you to Bicycle World, this year’s presenting sponsor.

Entry Fees

5K

10K

Sprint Aquabike

Olympic Aquabike

Sprint

Sprint Relay

Olympic

Olympic Relay

Nov. 5 - Dec. 31, 2017 (Early Bird)

$25

$35

$40

$60

$75

$125

$95

$160

Jan. 1 - March 31

$30

$40

$55

$75

$90

$140

$110

$175

April 1 - July 14

$35

$45

$70

$90

$105

$155

$125

$190

At Expo

$45

$55

N/A

N/A

$115

$165

$135

$200

5k

3.1 mile route runs along the Brazos River from Indian Spring Park, in Cameron Park and finishes over the Waco Suspension Bridge. The route is generally flat, with an incline to cross the Herring Street bridge.

10K

6.2 mile route will give an additional 5K in Cameron Park by running on the pavement to the turn-around point.

Aquabike

The Aquabike Races is an endurance sport composed of swimming and cycling stages. It’s an ideal race for athletes who are focused on the swim and bike legs of the triathlon without the run.

Sprint Tri

400m open-water swim (each participant has 30 minutes to complete the swim) • 12-mile ride through the country • 3.5 mile run along the Brazos River Sprint Tri Relay

Olympic Tri

1500m open-water swim (each participant has 1 hour to complete the swim) • 25-mile flat & fast ride taking you through the heart of Baylor Univ & McLane Stadium • 10k run along the Brazos River and in Cameron Park (Max race time limit is 4.5 hours)

Saturday, July 14, 2018

Noon to 7 p.m. • Check-In at the Waco Convention Center – Texas North Room All participants will receive their registration packet with a TriWaco gift package. 12:30 p.m. – Transition Clinic and Course Review 12:30 p.m. with Tri-Now endurance. By transition area next to bronze cattle. 2:00 p.m. – Practice swim hosted by Waco Tri Club. Meet at swim start area. *Please note: For an additional $20, race day packets can be picked up from 5 a.m. to 6 a.m. on race day (Sunday, July 15).

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Refund Policy

All registrations are non-refundable. There is no rain date for the event. In cases of inclement weather, natural disaster, acts of god, acts of war or other unforeseen extraordinary circumstances, race management reserves the right to cancel the event and/or modify the race course for safety concerns. Under such circumstances, there will be no refunds or transfer of entries. Each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid. All monies collected are used to develop and produce the event, including all race supplies, staffing and administration. We pledge to make every effort to produce a fair, safe and exciting event for all. Management reserves the right to reject or accept a race entry for any reason. We do understand that having a medical issue can sideline a season. If you have a medical issue and cannot compete in the event, please contact Debra@Tri-Now.com for consideration of a transfer into next year’s race.

H-E-B Kid’s Zone

Come by and play! The H-E-B Kid’s Zone will be open 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. near the suspension bridge finish line. The YMCA will have a bounce house, arts and crafts.

Event Hotel Sponsor

Hilton Waco is the official TriWaco hotel sponsor and is located at the starting and finish area for TriWaco.

TriWaco Event Rules

TriWaco is a USAT sanctioned event and the following rules apply. There are no exceptions to the rules below: In accordance with USA Triathlon requirements, all competitors must hold a USAT membership. You may go to USATriathlon.org and purchase one beforehand. They will also be available with online registration or at packet pick-up. If card has been lost, a replacement card can be printed from the USAT website. ALL Athletes must bring Photo ID and current annual USAT membership card to pick up a packet, OR athlete must purchase a one-day membership: $15/adult. One-Day Pass payable by cash or check only. You may also purchase an annual membership at packet pickup, prices are as follows: Adult – $50, for all adults 18 and over. Youth – $10 for athletes 17 and younger, benefits are the same as adult membership Important: You must pick up your own packet. We will not allow someone else to pick up your packet for you, no exceptions. Each member of a relay team must pick up their own packet. You must pick up race packet in order to participate in the race.

Testimonials

I put a review on my blog- CowgirlsTri.blogspot.com, but in short, I had such a great time! This is by far the best race for the money I have done, and I would definitely be back. The location is convenient, the course is challenging but great for any level, the swag was outstanding, and everything ran smoothly the whole event. You can't ask for more!

This is the best local race I've done in Central Texas. This includes every event of the Texas Tri Series and the Austin 70.3. The bike course is fast and flat, while the run course is very challenging. The finish line on the historic bridge is fantastic.

This is by far the best event I have raced in. The organization leading up to the race (emailed info, etc.) made pre-race so much less stressful. The volunteers were amazing and full of smiles, even at 5 a.m.!! The best part though, in my opinion, were the spectators, sooo many that come out just to cheer on us competitors. A really well done event!!! I will be back next year!!